How do we achieve these results? The Children and Families Commission's (CFC) Family Preservation Action Team (FPAT), brings together DHS, law enforcement, non-profits, the faith community and other key community leaders.

In the context of carefully forged, trusting relationships, FPAT scrutinizes the child welfare system and the community as a whole to find ways to abate our child welfare crisis. FPAT prompts policy changes, mobilizes the community, aligns systems, plus develops and secures new resources.

Safe Families for Children in Marion CountySafe Families for ChildrenTM is a national movement of compassion that gives hope to families in crisis. Safe, loving homes are provided where parents may voluntarily have their children cared for while parents seek to restore stability in their lives. Our dedication to family support, stabilization, and child abuse prevention is driven by responsibility for the well-being of children in our communities. Founded in 2002, Safe Families for Children has partnered with churches, local community agencies, and volunteer families, as well as government organizations in more than a dozen states. The Safe Families for Children network has provided essential extended-family relationships to nearly 1,000children and families annually. Find out more about Safe Families for Children.